Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Lenovo has appointed a new Saudi leadership team and confirmed its RHQ in Riyadh’s Al Majdoul Tower. Backed by its partnership with ALAT and a new 200,000 sqm manufacturing site, Lenovo will drive growth in line with Vision 2030, with initiatives projected to add USD 10 billion to non-oil GDP by 2030.
Saudi Arabia unveils a new identity and master plan for King Fahd, Al Ahsa, and Qaisumah airports, aiming to expand passenger capacity, multiply cargo throughput, and modernize infrastructure. The developments support Vision 2030 goals to establish Dammam as a key regional logistics hub.
New Murabba teams up with Heerim Architects to advance Riyadh’s visionary urban development, blending innovation and sustainability in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Zain KSA and Cisco have partnered to build scalable AI infrastructure and GPUaaS offerings in Saudi Arabia. The initiative supports AI adoption, local talent development, and aligns with Vision 2030’s digital transformation goals to establish the country as a hub for AI and advanced technologies.
Zain KSA and Huawei launched the Riyadh Antenna Platform, featuring a compact cylindrical design that reduces wind load and integrates multiple antenna arrays for improved coverage. Backed by recent spectrum acquisition, the platform enhances network efficiency and supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital transformation goals.
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 drives demand for tech talent amid hiring challenges; AIQU’s Deploy-on-Demand offers rapid, cost-effective staffing to support digital projects and accelerate transformation.
Riyadh ranks 23rd globally in emerging startup ecosystems, thanks to strong government support, venture capital growth, and thriving tech sectors like AI and FinTech, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions and regional innovation leadership.
Vodacom Group has appointed Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of Vodacom International Markets and Vodafone Egypt. Expanding his current role, Mohamed will oversee operations in Egypt, DRC, Lesotho, Mozambique, and Tanzania under a unified leadership structure. This move supports Vodacom’s Vision 2030 growth strategy and operational simplification. Mohamed succeeds Diego Gutierrez, who stepped down after seven years leading international business.
Saudi Arabia sees 21.5% of internet users actively engaging with AI tools, led by young adults. This reflects Vision 2030-driven digital growth, placing the Kingdom among the world’s top AI adopters.
Gulf Business Solutions (GBS) has partnered with Huawei Cloud to offer secure, scalable cloud services in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030’s digital transformation. The collaboration will expand GBS’s cloud portfolio, helping public and private sector clients modernize IT infrastructure and drive digital change across various industries.